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COURSES OFFERED IN THE FALL 2008 SEMESTER
ANTH 011: Introduction to North American Archaeology
Introduction to archaeology of the North American Indians, sites, methods, and results of research interpreted in cultural history.
ART 001: Introduction to Visual Arts
Introduction to the media, elements, function, making, and meaning of visual arts today and in diverse historical and cultural contexts.
B A 100: Introduction to Business
A comprehensive view of the contemporary environment of business.
BIOL 120A: Plants, Places, and People
Useful and dangerous plants, historical (archaeological), cultural (ethnological), and economic (anthropocentric) aspects, including structural and chemical characteristics of botanical importance. Students who have passed BIOL 424 may not schedule this course.
COMM 100: The Mass Media and Society
Mass communications in the United States: organization, role, content, and effects of newspapers, magazines, television, radio, books, and films.
CRIMJ 234: Crime Scene
This course explains how the criminal investigative process works. Specifically, the course examines various techniques used during criminal investigations, such as photography, interviewing, evidence handling, and scene reconstruction, as well as how each applies to specific types of crimes. The importance and legal significance of evidence will also be covered.
CRIMJ 425: Organized Crime
This course examines organized crime in terms of historical antecedents, structure, related theories, and policy issues.
CRIMJ 451: Race, Crime, and Justice
This course focuses on the significance of race, class, and ethnicity to criminal justice processing and criminal offending.
ENGL 215: Introduction to Article Writing
Written exercises in and a study of the principles of article writing; practice in the writing of specific articles.
Prerequisite: ENGL 015 or ENGL 030
HIST 020: American Civilization to 1877
An historical survey of the American experience from its colonial beginnings through the Civil War and Reconstruction.
INSYS 497A: Internet Safety for Educators
Educators will gain practical knowledge of internet safety issues and the ways in which they can integrate internet safety education into the curriculum. They will also understand the way students are communicating online and what can be done to minimize online risks. This course is intended for schoolteachers, administrators, parents, or undergraduate students in the education program.
MATH 004: Intermediate Algebra
Algebraic expressions, linear, absolute value equations and inequalities, lines, systems of linear equations, integral exponents, polynomials, and factoring. This course may not be used to satisfy the basic minimum requirements for graduation in any baccalaureate degree program.
Prerequisite: basic arithmetic skills or satisfactory performance on the mathematics proficiency examination
MUSIC 008: Rudiments of Music
Introduction to the elements of music: notation, scales, meter, rhythm, intervals, and basic chord structure.
NUTR 251: Introductory Principles of Nutrition
The nutrients: food sources and physiological functions as related to human growth and well-being throughout life; current nutrition issues. Students who have passed NUTR 151 may not schedule this course.
PHIL 001: Basic Problems of Philosophy
Introduction to central philosophical themes, including the mind/body problem, the existence of God, ethical problems, and the nature of reality.
PHOTO 100: Introduction to Photography
An introduction to the aesthetics, history, and science of photography including practical and critical approaches to the art of photography.
PSYCH 270: Introduction to Abnormal Psychology
Overview of assessment, causes, and treatments of psychological disorders.
Prerequisite: PSYCH 100
RL ST 001: Introduction to World Religions
An historical and comparative survey of the principal beliefs and practices of the world's major religions.
SPLED 297A: Autism and Related Disorders: Diagnosis, Causes, and Interventions/Accommodations
Overview of diagnostic categories, co-morbid conditions, characteristics, prevalence estimates, causes, assessment, inclusion accommodations, intervention programs, and impact of autism on family/society.
THEA 112: Introduction to Musical Theatre
A survey of music theatre as an art form.
SPLED 498A: Students with Autism in Inclusive Settings: Practical Applications
This 1-credit course is designed to assist general educators and related personnel who work with students having autism/pervasive developmental disorders in inclusive settings. Course content will center on the philosophical implications of inclusion, working with families and other professionals, and presenting lessons with necessary accommodations.
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